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3.7 from 138 reviews
5 stars
83
4 stars
10
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Alden Estates Of Naperville
common42 reviews mention this
Staff care and communication stand out
Residents and families frequently describe attentive, caring staff and regular updates.
Many reviews credit the staff with being kind, supportive, and responsive, including nurses, CNAs, therapists, and unit leadership. Several families also mention communication—like getting updates on a loved one’s condition and having questions answered, particularly during memory care transitions. A few reviewers also describe staff as professional and helpful with day-to-day needs, which reinforces the overall perception of hands-on care.
common14 reviews mention this
Memory care leadership is central
Memory care experiences are repeatedly tied to unit leadership that families say is accessible.
A recurring theme in the reviews is that memory care felt steadier because leadership was involved and reachable during transitions and ongoing care. Multiple reviewers specifically highlight the role of the memory care director and describe her as guiding families, addressing concerns, and staying involved over time. Reviews also connect this leadership presence with other details like clean units and staff being pleasant and compassionate.
caveat28 reviews mention this
Call lights and staffing draw criticism
Some residents and families report delays, understaffing, and unanswered call lights.
While many reviews are positive about care, a substantial set of negative reviews describe staffing shortages and difficulty getting attention promptly. Several reviewers mention call lights going unanswered for long stretches, slow response to needs, or limited help during hygiene and personal care. A subset of those concerns also ties delayed response to medication timing issues and broader safety worries, which is one of the strongest reasons families advise caution.
caveat22 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odors are mixed
Reviews are split on cleanliness, with some praising it and others describing strong odors and dirty conditions.
Some residents and families describe the building and rooms as clean, well-maintained, and even peaceful. Others report the facility smells strongly (including urine odor), describe dirty rooms or residents, and mention hygiene not being handled consistently. A few negative reviews also connect these cleanliness complaints with overall neglect concerns, so the picture varies widely by reviewer.
common18 reviews mention this
Food quality is a frequent topic
Dining draws both compliments and complaints across different stays.
Several reviews say meals and food were tasty, decent, or above average, and a few mention variety or being able to eat in-room versus the dining room. Others describe food as unappetizing or low quality, including complaints about how it looks and tastes and whether meals can meet dietary expectations. There are also reviewers who tie food frustration to a broader disappointment with the daily experience.
common20 reviews mention this
Therapy teams are repeatedly praised
Therapy—especially PT and OT—is one of the most consistently praised parts of stays.
Many reviews highlight physical therapy and occupational therapy as helpful and skilled, with patients describing progress and knowledgeable teams. Several families specifically call out PT/OT as valuable for recovery after hospital stays, rehab, and surgeries. Even some reviewers who criticize other aspects of care still single out therapy staff as a definite highlight, which stands out across otherwise mixed experiences.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
203 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Chicago Midway (19 miles away)
Chicago O'Hare International (20 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1 miles)
Oswald's Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
Walgreens (3.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (2 miles)
Vasili's (2.3 miles)
Meson Sabika (2.7 miles)
McDonald's (2.7 miles)
Portillo's Hot Dogs (3.2 miles)
Andy's Frozen Custard (3.6 miles)
Culver's (3.6 miles)
Parks
Surrey Ridge Park (2.1 miles)
Burlington Park (3 miles)
Champions Park (3.2 miles)
Wil-O-Way Park (3.5 miles)
Cress Creek Park (3.8 miles)
95th Street Community Plaza Splash Pad (4.7 miles)
Wolf's Crossing Community Park (6.1 miles)
Cafes
Peet's Coffee and Tea (2.9 miles)
Starbucks (3.3 miles)
Starbucks (3.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.6 miles)
Panera Bread (4.7 miles)
Starbucks (4.8 miles)
Starbucks (5.5 miles)
Theaters
Cinemark (3.2 miles)
AMC Showplace Naperville 16 (4.9 miles)
Physicians
Dupage Medical Group (3.8 miles)
Edward Medical Group (4 miles)
Northwestern Medicine Proton Center (4.5 miles)
Dreyer Medical Clinic-Fox Valley Villages (4.7 miles)
Bolingbrook Medical Building (4.8 miles)
Bolingbrook Family Medicine (4.9 miles)
Northwestern Medicine Orthopaedics Warrenville (5.1 miles)
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